Core Ultra 7 265K vs Ryzen 7 5700X
Verdict: Core Ultra 7 265K scores about 26% higher than Ryzen 7 5700X in our estimated gaming score; real results depend on the game, resolution and settings. At today's approximate prices, Ryzen 7 5700X gives more estimated performance for the money. They use different platforms (LGA1851 with DDR5 vs AM4 with DDR4), so the motherboard and memory differ too.
Why pick Core Ultra 7 265K
- 26% higher estimated gaming score
- 12 more cores (20 vs 8)
- Has integrated graphics: works without a graphics card
Why pick Ryzen 7 5700X
- 60 W lower rated TDP (65 W vs 125 W)
- About ₹15,600 cheaper today
Specifications
| Core Ultra 7 265K | Ryzen 7 5700X | |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Lion Cove + Skymont | Zen 3 |
| Code name | Arrow Lake | Vermeer |
| Process | TSMC N3B | TSMC 7 nm |
| Cores | 20 | 8 |
| P-cores + E-cores | 8P + 12E | 8P |
| Threads | 20 | 16 |
| Boost clock | 5.5 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Base clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| L2 cache | 36 MB | 4 MB |
| L3 cache | 30 MB | 32 MB |
| TDP (rated) | 125 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1851 | AM4 |
| Memory | DDR5 | DDR4 |
| Max memory speed | DDR5-6400 | DDR4-3200 |
| PCIe | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Overclocking | Unlocked | Unlocked |
| Cooler in the box | Not included | Not included |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Graphics | — |
| Released | 2024-10-24 | 2022-04-04 |
| Price today (≈) | ₹27,000 | ₹11,400 |
FAQ
Is Core Ultra 7 265K better than Ryzen 7 5700X?
Core Ultra 7 265K scores about 26% higher than Ryzen 7 5700X in our estimated gaming score; real results depend on the game, resolution and settings. At today's approximate prices, Ryzen 7 5700X gives more estimated performance for the money. They use different platforms (LGA1851 with DDR5 vs AM4 with DDR4), so the motherboard and memory differ too.
Which uses less power, Core Ultra 7 265K or Ryzen 7 5700X?
Ryzen 7 5700X is rated at 65 W versus 125 W for Core Ultra 7 265K.
Which is better value, Core Ultra 7 265K or Ryzen 7 5700X?
Going by today's prices (shown at the top of this page in your currency), Ryzen 7 5700X gives more estimated performance for the money than Core Ultra 7 265K. Prices change daily, so check the shop before you buy.
Do Core Ultra 7 265K and Ryzen 7 5700X use the same motherboard?
No. Core Ultra 7 265K uses LGA1851 with DDR5 memory and Ryzen 7 5700X uses AM4 with DDR4 memory. Moving from one to the other means a new motherboard and new RAM.
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